Slab Square Ukba 10 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Adelle' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary titles, pull quotes, bookish, classic, scholarly, warm, literary, text readability, editorial voice, classic print feel, italic emphasis, slab serif, bracketed, oldstyle, calligraphic, lively.
A right-leaning slab serif with sturdy, mostly bracketed serifs and gently modulated strokes. The letterforms show a traditional, text-oriented build with open counters, softly rounded joins, and a steady rhythm across the alphabet. Capitals are composed and slightly formal, while the lowercase brings more movement through curved entry/exit strokes and an energetic italic construction. Numerals are clear and proportional, with oldstyle-like curvature and comfortable spacing that reads well in running text.
Well-suited for long-form reading in books and editorial layouts, where the slab serifs and open shapes support consistent texture. It can also serve effectively for literary headings, introductions, and pull quotes when a classic, print-native italic voice is desired.
The overall tone feels literary and academic, evoking printed pages and editorial typography rather than display theatrics. Its italic slant and generous curves add warmth and human presence, keeping the voice approachable while still traditional and polished.
The font appears intended as a readable, traditional italic slab serif that brings a print-classic sensibility to contemporary typesetting. It prioritizes clear word shapes and a steady page color while adding subtle calligraphic liveliness for expressive text typography.
The design balances firm slab serifs with a comparatively soft, flowing interior structure, creating a pleasant tension between robustness and grace. The italic is expressive without becoming overly cursive, helping maintain clarity at text sizes.